§ Federal grant opportunity · NNH26ZHA002C-MSTAR

    Minority University Research and Education Project (MUREP) Space Technology Artemis Research (M-STAR)

    Sarah McGarvey Grants Manager is accepting applications for Minority University Research and Education Project (MUREP) Space Technology Artemis Research (M-STAR). The deadline is August 11, 2026 and the published award range is $1M.

    Key facts

    Funder
    Sarah McGarvey Grants Manager
    Application deadline
    August 11, 2026
    Award range
    $1M
    Eligibility
    Two-year or four-year institutions designated and listed by the U.S. Department of Education as Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) at the time of proposal submission (see https://msiexchange.nasa.gov/msilist), including public, state-controlled, and private institutions. Proposals from institutions that are not designated and listed by the U.S. Department of Education as HBCUs, TCUs, or MSIs at the time of the proposal submission will result in NASA returning the application without review. Institutions not meeting these criteria are encouraged to partner with colleges or universities that do satisfy the requirements.
    Geography
    United States
    Focus areas
    Research
    Opportunity number
    NNH26ZHA002C-MSTAR

    Program overview

    The Minority University Research and Education Project (MUREP) Space Technology Artemis Research (M-STAR) opportunity is a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) initiative through its Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM). It is designed to strengthen the role of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) in the future of space exploration.

    How to apply

    1. Confirm your organization meets the eligibility criteria above.
    2. Read the full funding opportunity announcement from Sarah McGarvey Grants Manager.
    3. Draft your narrative against the funder's stated priorities and review criteria.
    4. Submit before August 11, 2026, allowing time for registration and validation.

    View the official funding announcement

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